Signs and symptoms of teeth grinding may include:

  • Teeth that are flattened, fractured or chipped 
  • Worn enamel, exposing deeper layers of teeth
  • Increased teeth sensitivity
  • Jaw or face pain or soreness
  • Tired or tight jaw muscles
  • Pain that feels like an earache, though it's actually not a problem with your ear
  • Dull headache originating in the temples
  • Indentations on your tongue
  • When to see a doctor

See your dentist if:

  • Your teeth are worn, damaged or sensitive
  • You have pain in your jaw, face, muscles or ear
  • Others complain that you make a grinding noise while you sleep
  • You have a locked jaw that won't open or close completely